The North Face Groundwork Backpack vs The North Face Field Bag

The main difference between the The North Face Groundwork Backpack and the The North Face Field Bag is that the Groundwork Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with whistle buckle) while the Field Bag does not.

The North Face Groundwork Backpack Front View
The North Face Field Bag Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Groundwork Backpack Field Bag
Category Laptop Sling
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Dimensions (in) 21.3 x 15.51 x 3.54 11.7 x 7.4 x 1.8
Fabric 600D Polyester Polyester
Color 2 colors and patterns 6 colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Rating 5.0 4.7
Price Under $200 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Adjustable shoulder strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant material
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Top zipped access
External Pockets 1 front zipped pocket and 2 side pockets 1 zipped front pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Top grab handle Top webbing loop
Loops and Attachments Elastic cord
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Tablet sleeve
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded mesh back panel

You're currently comparing the Groundwork Backpack by The North Face against the Field Bag by The North Face .


The North Face's Groundwork Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while The North Face 's Field Bag is a Sling backpack with Everyday features.

The The North Face Groundwork Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 21.3 x 15.51 x 3.54. It's made of 600D Polyester and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the The North Face Field Bag's capacity is with a size of 11.7 x 7.4 x 1.8 inches. Constructed from Polyester it weighs pounds and is available in 6 colors and patterns.